Toilet support device and method

Abstract

A device and method for providing support to a toilet bowl suitable to sustain the weight of an obese or otherwise large individual. The device comprises a support bar placed underneath the toilet and affixed to the toilet wall support, and a leg between the toilet bowl and the floor. The leg is hinged to allow folding thereof to facilitate cleaning under the toilet bowl.

1. A system for supporting a toilet bowl comprising:
 at least one support bar, wherein said at least one support bar is carried by existing toilet mounts; 
 at least one leg having means for height adjustment, wherein said at least one leg is hingably fastened to said at least one support bar; 
 at least one resilient bumper carried by said at least one support bar, wherein said at least one resilient bumper is in contact with the toilet bowl; and 
 at least one foot. 
 
   
   
     2. The system of  claim 1 , wherein said means for height adjustment of said at least one leg comprises screw adjustment. 
   
   
     3. The system of  claim 1 , further comprising a thin film of non-porcelain-adhering material placed over said resilient bumper. 
   
   
     4. The system for supporting a toilet bowl of  claim 1 , wherein said system is carried substantially beneath the toilet bowl. 
   
   
     5. The system for supporting a toilet bowl of  claim 1 , wherein said leg is in contact with a floor surface beneath the toilet bowl.